I love this school. I definitely refer this school to others. Teachers are amazing. They take enough care of my kid. Thanks Wells elementary teaching staff.
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Posted by a parent on 08/14/09
Wells Elementary is in a class all its own. The new principal seems knowledgable and caring toward the needs of the children, parents, and teachers. She seems genuinely interested in making a good thing even better! The office staff cannot be beat - they are the absolute best and they know every
... Read more child in the school. For the most part, the teachers are above-average. As with every school, there are a few exceptions. The 'specials' teachers are all good! The parent and grandparent volunteers at Wells go above and beyond to make the school a success! Glad we moved here from Frisco! Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/29/08
I doubt if there is a private school any better than Wells. My son has attended this school from 1st to 5th grades. Had some wonderful teachers with 1 or 2 exceptions but the rest are so outstanding they have made up for those 2 that were not-so-hot. Love the new principal. She has set a very high
... Read more standard and expects it to be met. I like her style. Also, they have the greatest school secretary ever, greatest school nurse, greatest office manager and awesome PTA. They have always made my son feel loved and cherished. Wells has been a blessing to my son. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/25/08
I am really satisfied with the school. My little one is in kindergarten and learn a lot from his teacher. She really challenged my son so he doesn't get boring in the class. My older one teacher is OK. The principal is great and discpline. She solved the problem fast.
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Posted by a parent on 04/10/08
I was so pleased to send my children to this Blue Ribbon school! I am still pleased with the overall environment, parent involvement, teaching quality, and extra-curricular activities. However, with a change of principals this year, several of us are seeing changes that are worrisome. There seems
... Read more to be more of an emphasis on TAKS testing, and less of an emphasis on high-quality curriculum. Students in the 3rd - 5th grades seem to be testing all the time. They take 3 or 4 diagnostic tests on the computer two or three times a year. Then they take repeated 'TAKS practice' tests. Then, of course, are the real TAKS tests. I've asked about the major increase in test this year and have been told it is because of the new principal. What a shame! Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/30/08
AMAZING! A Blue Ribbon School again this year and Redbook magazine's 'Best School In America.' I know my three children are getting a great education.
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This school has been such a blessing. It provided a caring and loving education for my daughter. The teachers are positive and there are a lot of caring parents. Thank you Wells Tigers!
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Posted by a parent on 04/13/06
Great atmosphere. Positive attitude. Blue ribbon school with great teachers and involved parents.
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Posted by a parent on 09/07/05
Great atmosphere. Positive attitude. Blue ribbon school with great teachers and involved parents.
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Plano schools — Wells Elementary School is located at 3427 Mission Ridge Rd, Plano TX 75023. 3427 Mission Ridge Rd is in the Kimberlea neighborhood and 75023 ZIP code in Plano, TX The school district for Wells Elementary School is the Plano Independent School District. Wells Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 5.
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